Employment Support Officer (RAISE Project)

Job Description

Title: Employment Support Officer (RAISE Project)

Company Name: Community Development Centre-CODEC

Vacancy: 01

Age: At most 45 years

Job Location: Lakshmipur (Lakshmipur Sadar)

Salary: Tk. 47700 - 47700 (Monthly)

Experience:

• At least 7 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Development Agency, Micro-Credit

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science & Engineering
• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Mechanical Engineering
• Bachelor in Engineering (BEngg) in Civil Engineering
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• At least 7 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Development Agency, Micro-Credit

• Age At most 45 years

•   At least 7 years of full-time experience in the field of development sector (only full-time work experiences after Bachelor’s or Master’s degree will be counted).

• Applicants must have 3 years of full-time experience in Skills development/ TVET Management.  

• Experience in employment support, training facilitation, career services, Project Management/ Entrepreneurship Development/ Pedagogy Training.

•   Preference will be given to candidates who have prior experience working with key stakeholders in the skills development and apprenticeship sector, including BTEB, NSDA and relevant private sector actors.

•   Experience in implementing or managing national or large-scale apprenticeship or work-based learning programs will be considered an added advantage.

The Recovery and Advancement of Informal Sector Employment (RAISE) Apprenticeship Program is a key component of a five-year initiative jointly implemented by the World Bank and PKSF to empower urban and peri-urban youth through skill development and employment opportunities.

• To equip disadvantaged youth with 6 months long technical skills and improve their access to decent and dignified work and entrepreneurship through a structured apprenticeship model.
• The job purpose of an Employment Support Officer (ESO) in the RAISE Apprenticeship Program context is to facilitate and ensure sustainable employment or self-employment of graduate apprentices by providing continuous support in job matching, career guidance, and enterprise linkage.
• To support and ensure the successful transition of graduate apprentices into gainful employment or self-employment by providing career counseling, facilitating job placement, building linkages with employers, and offering follow-up support.
• The officer will work closely with apprentices, Master Craftsperson (MCPs), local businesses, and Partner Organizations (POs) to match skills with market opportunities and promote sustainable livelihoods.

Key Responsibilities

Career Preparation & Counseling

• Provide individual and group counseling during and after training.
• Help apprentices set career goals and plan accordingly.
• Conduct sessions on CV writing, interview preparation, workplace behavior, etc.
• Coordinate Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) certification where applicable.

Employment & Entrepreneurship Support

• Match graduates with job or self-employment opportunities.
• Guide apprentices on business startup and link them with financial and support services.
• Guide apprentices and YME in developing business plans, financial literacy, and basic business management skills.

Employer & Industry Engagement

• Build partnerships with local employers and industries.
• Organize recruitment events, job fairs, and on-site interviews.

Placement Tracking & Monitoring

• Keep records of job placements and follow up on job status and satisfaction.
• Maintain an updated database and track career progress.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Work with MCPs, POs, local government, and others to create a supportive employment ecosystem.

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain records, prepare regular progress reports, and document success stories.

Other admissible benefits as per Organization policy.